beware
verb [ only in infinitive and imperative ] uk/bɪˈweər/ us/bɪˈwer/
C1 [ I or T ]当心,小心;注意,提防
used to warn someone to be very careful about something or someone
Beware salespeople who promise offers that seem too good to be true. 要提防那些满口应承的推销人员,说得越天花乱坠越不可信。
You should beware of undercooked food when staying in hot countries. 呆在气候炎热的国家里,小心别吃未煮熟的食物。
Beware of falling asleep while sunbathing. 沐日光浴时当心睡着。
[ I ](用于警告标志)当心,小心
used on signs to warn people of something dangerous
Beware of the dog. 小心有狗。
Beware - poisonous chemicals. 小心——化学品有毒。
- More examples
- The sign on the gate said 'Beware of the Dog'.
- It is icy on that pathway in the mornings, so beware.
- You should beware of fraudsters offering overpriced treatments over the internet.
- Beware anyone who offers you a second-hand car at a bargain price.
- A red reflective triangle warns drivers to beware when there is a hazard ahead.